1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1993 Aston Martin Virage. (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1993 Aston Martin Virage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 960 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (451 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin Virage | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Virage | 155 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
